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Health in the Library
How Health is Classified
and Shelved at Thrall
Middetown Thrall Library's reference and circulating and collections contain a variety of items covering all aspects of health, medicine, nutrition, mental health, fitness, and wellness.

At Thrall, health is classified according to the numerical "Dewey Decimal System" and can be found in the "610s" sections of our nonfiction collections. To find them, just browse the nonfiction aisles until you reach the number 610.

Here is a general idea of how this area is arranged: It can be difficult to find information on certain health topics, so please feel free to stop by Reference so we can help you discover what items are available on your topics of interest.

Our Reference Department can be reached at (845) 341-5461 when the library is open.

You can also ask a librarian a question over the Internet at any time.

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Health & Wellness Explorer

Health, Fitness, and Nutrition Topics
in the Library Catalog


Click any topic in the columns below to browse materials available at Thrall or other libraries within the Ramapo Catskill Library System.

You can also search the library catalog for a very specific health topic:

Limit to: health health aspects no limit

(See also Health Reference Works at Thrall)

For more help, contact Reference or use our Ask a Librarian service





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Databases & Virtual Reference Library
These are some of the many databases available to you as a member of Middletown Thrall Library:

Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
"Provides in-depth coverage of pediatric diseases and disorders, with issues related to physical and cognitive and behavioral development."
Health and Wellness Resource Center
Includes: Diseases and Conditions, Alternative Medicine, Drugs and Herbal Remedies, Directory, Dictionary, Trusted Sites, Health Assessment, Topics in the News, Health Highlights.
Salem Health: Magill's Medical Guide
"The Guide covers diseases, disorders, treatments, procedures, specialties, anatomy, biology, and issues in an A-Z format, with sidebars addressing recent developments in medicine and concise information boxes for all diseases and disorders."

Also be sure to explore our general research databases and complete encyclopedias for more information.

If at any point you would like some assistance, please call our librarians at 341-5461 or use our Ask a Librarian service

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Health Reference Works
Available at Thrall
Below you will find just a sampling of the many health reference titles available to you at Middletown Thrall Library.

Since these are "reference books" and cannot be borrowed, they are always available to researchers! (Hundreds of health books in our circulating collections can be checked out.)

Call numbers follow each title, indicating where you can find these items in our Reference shelves. A librarian can help you locate what you need!

Please select a topic scroll down this page to browse specific titles, or click here to explore major health topics in the library system catalog.

The Official ABMS (American Board of Medical Specialties) Directory of Board Certified Specialists
Call number: REF 610.25 AME (3 volumes)
The Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Call number: REF 615.5 GAL (4 volumes)
The Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health: Infancy through Adolescence
Call number: REF 618.92003 GAL (4 volumes)
The Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Health
Call number: REF 616.89003 GAL (4 volumes)
The Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
Call number: REF 616.8003 GAL (2 volumes)
The Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Call number: REF 615.5 GAL (2 volumes)
The Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Call number: REF 616.003 GAL (5 volumes)
Magill's Medical Guide
Call number: REF 610.3 MAG (5 volumes)
PDR Nurse's Drug Handbook
Call number: REF 615.1 PDR (kept behind the Reference Desk: ask a librarian)
PDR for Herbal Medicines
Call number: REF 615.321 PDR
Physicians' Desk Reference: PDR
Call number: REF 615.025 PDR
Women's Health Concerns Sourcebook
Call number: REF 613.0424 WOM


Our Government Documents area (located near our magazine/periodical room) also provides a number of health documents, reports, studies, statistics, and more.

Information in this area are arranged alphabetically according to the government agency that published the information. The call numbers (known as "SuDoc numbers") start with letters from the agency.

In the "HE" section you will find information published by the U.S. Health and Human Services Department.

There are literally thousands of documents throughout this area, so we encourage you to come to Reference so we can help you find what you need.

You can click here to browse specific health topics in the library system catalog.



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Health Information Online
Alternative Medicine
About Herbs, Botanicals & Other Products
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC publishes this directory of herbal and alternative treatments with particular emphasis on their interactions with other treatments and medications.
Alternative Medicine: Evaluate Claims of Treatment Success
Article from the Mayo Clinic.
Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)
Overview of CAM, links to specific conditions and alternative treatments, and more. Provided by MedLinePlus, from the U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health.
Frequently Asked Questions about Musical Therapy
Therapeutical uses/values of music and types of therapies. From the American Music Therapy Association. See also their About page for these additional sections: Definition and Quotes about Music Therapy, Music Therapy in the Media (news clippings).
Healthfinder: Alternative Medicine
Browse alphabetically by topic by clicking on letters on the web page. From Healthfinder.gov.
MedlinePlus: Complementary and Alternative Medicine / Health News
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)
Government site sponsored by the National Institutes for Health has a section describing the domains of complementary and alternative medicine, a frequently asked questions section, and links to extensive research databases especially CAM Citation Index. NCCAM issues reports and a newsletter which are available full-text at the site.

See also these two sections in NCCAM:
Herbs at a Glance
"Herbs at a Glance is a series of fact sheets that provides basic information about specific herbs or botanicals-common names, uses, potential side effects, and resources for more information."
Meditation: An Introduction
Sections include: Introduction, Key Points, Overview, Uses of Meditation for Health in the United States, Examples of Meditation Practices, How Meditation Might Work, Side Effects and Risks, If You Are Thinking About Using Meditation Practices, References.
NOAH: Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Topics include: The Basics, Acupuncture, Alexander Technique, Apitherapy, Aromatherapy, Ayurvedic Medicine, Biofeedback, Chiropractic, Craniosacral Therapy, Feldenkrais Method, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Macrobiotics, Magnetic Therapy, Massage, Meditation, Naturopathic Medicine, Probiotics, Prolotherapy, Qi-Gong, Reflexology, Reiki, Therapeutic Touch, Tibetan Medicine, Trager Mentastics, Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements, and Yoga. Provided by New York Online Access to Health (NOAH).
ScienceDaily: Alternative Medicine News


See also: Pharmaceuticals, Research and Databases


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Directories
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Hospitals

Local area hospitals have websites describing their facilities, services and staff, as well as support groups, public health programs, and medical articles.

Local Hospital (Middletown, New York)
Orange Regional Medical Center


Nationwide Hospital Directories:
American Hospital Directory
Best Children's Hospitals
As published by US News and World Report
Best Hospitals Finder
As published by US News and World Report
Hospital Compare
From the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The site includes information on hospitals, quality measures, your rights and more. May be searched using zip code, hospital name or other geographic limits.
New York State Hospital Profile
Maintained by the New York State Department of Health, this website provides the following information for each hospital in New York State: Available services, licensed beds, quality of care measures, volumes and types of procedures performed, and contact information. Consumers are able to use the "My Hospital" feature to compare hospitals.


Insurance

Best Health Plans
As published by US News and World Report
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Health plans, prescription drugs, Medicare Coverage Database, statistics, regulations, outreach and education resources.
Child Health Plus (New York State)
"New York State has a health insurance plan for kids, called Child Health Plus. Depending on your family's income, your child may be eligible to join either Children's Medicaid or Child Health Plus . Both Children's Medicaid and Child Health Plus are available through dozens of providers throughout the state."
Health Insurance Information for Consumers
Also known as the Health Insurance Resource Center. From the New York State Department of Isurance. "The Health Insurance Resource Center is designed to help consumers make informed decisions when purchasing health insurance for themselves and their families."
Health Insurance Programs in New York State
Provided by the New York State Insurance Department.
Information for Medicare Beneficiaries in New York State
Includes: "Medicare and You" guide, Medicare Supplement Insurers Information, rates tables, Prescription Drug Coverage, Supplement Coverage, Medicare Select. Provided by the New York State Insurance Department.
Medicaid in New York State
Provided by the New York State Department of Health.
Medicare
"The Official U.S. Government Site for People with Medicare"


Organizations
The Joint Commission
Standards for each type of healthcare facility and agency. "Quality Check" feature allows a search for evaluations by region.
Medline Plus Organizations List
Lists reliable agencies, national organizations and clearinghouses for information on particular branches of medicine or particular medical conditions or diseases.
DirLine Directory of Health Organizations
Organizations which offer education, support and share research on a variety of health topics


Physicians / Doctors
AMA Physician Select
Verify credentials by doctor's name or lists of physicians by specialty.
American Board of Medical Specialists
You may register to use this service to verify doctors by specialty.
New York State Physician Profile
"Profiles for all licensed doctors of medicine and doctors of osteopathy who are registered to practice medicine in New York State."
Professional Misconduct and Physician Discipline
By the New York State Department of Health and the New York State Education Department.


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Diseases & Medical Conditions
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"All Conditions"



All Conditions
(websites covering major health conditions)
All Easy To Read: Medline Plus
Links easy to read materials for the lay person on a variety of medical conditions and topics arranged alphabetically from the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.
IntelliHealth
The Harvard Medical School's Consumer Health page. Well-outlined by topic & searchable. Includes definitions, guides, treatments. "Ask the Expert" column is archived for answers to previous questions.
Mayo Clinic.com
Comprehensive health site from the Mayo Clinic. Searchable database with a glossary feature to help spell medical terminology. Information written for a general audience. Mayo doctors and dieticians will answer e-mail questions and users can search the archive of previously asked questions
Medline Plus
A user friendly version of the National Library of Medicine's Medline with a "carefully selected list of resources."
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS): Disorder Index
An alphabetical list of neurological disorders and terms relating to strokes. Click each term for a definition and additional information on the topic. Provided by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
NLM Gateway
"Gateway is 'One-stop shopping' for an increasing number of the information resources of the National Library of Medicine (NLM). It's targeted to the Internet user who comes to NLM not knowing exactly what is here, or how best to search for it. Offers citations, full text, video, audio, and images." Gateway now Accesses: MEDLINE/PubMed NLM Catalog (catalog information for books, serial titles, audiovisuals), Bookshelf (full text biomedical books), TOXLINE Subset (toxicology citations), DART (Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology), Meeting abstracts on HIV/AIDS, health services research, space life sciences, MedlinePlus (consumer health information), ClinicalTrials.gov (information for the public about clinical trials), DIRLINE (Directory of Health Organizations), Genetics Home Reference (consumer information for genetic conditions), Household Products Database (HSRProj - health services research projects), Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM), Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB), Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS), International Toxicity Estimates for Risk (ITER), Genetic Toxicology (GENE-TOX), Mutagenicity, Chemical Carcinogenesis Research Information System (CCRIS), Profiles in Science (archives of several prominent biomedical scientists), and the UMLS Metathesaurus.
NOAH: New York Online Access to Health
"NOAH seeks to provide high quality full-text health information for consumers that is accurate, timely, relevant and unbiased." Bilingual (English y Espanol). Said to contain over 270,000 pages of information.

See also: Databases, Alternative Medicine, Terminology


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AIDS & HIV
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome & Human Immunodeficiency Virus
AIDS.gov
"Information from the Federal government about HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, treatment, research, and using new media in response to HIV/AIDS." Sections include: Basic Information, Testing, Prevention and Education, Treatment and Care, News and Events, Blog / RSS Feed, Podcasts, Research, Funding Opportunities, Populations, Agencies and Programs, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Find an HIV Test Site, and more. Provided by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Some features at this website require Adobe Flash, Adobe Reader, or Apple Quicktime.
AIDS/HIV in New York State
History of HIV-AIDS
Informative timeline from 1981 to 2008. Has not been updated recently. Printer friendly pages are not working (as of May 2009).
Medline Plus: AIDS
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more. Follow links in text or use these links for directories on AIDS and Pregnancy, AIDS and Infections, AIDS Medicines, and Living with AIDS.
New York City Department of Health - AIDS/HIV Prevention & Services
Newburgh Free Library: HIV/AIDS Resources
Web links divided into 16 categories such as testing, treatments, statistics or legal information. Also a description of the Newburgh Library's AIDS Information Center of 600 print titles. The NFL catalog listed with their home page link allows searching by subject to discover these print titles.
Ryan's Internet Cafe
Sponsored by the Catskill Regional Medical Center. HIV Specialty Care Center, The Recovery Center & the Health Info Library, with funding from the National Library of Medicine.The site includes slide shows on HIV/AIDS, mini-documentaries on HIV topics, safe sex questions and answers, and also includes a section on Local Resources, the Ryan White Network Bulletin Board.


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Allergies
Allergies Health Center
Provided by WebMD.
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
"Fast Facts" and "Public Education Materials" are two good sets of resources shared on this site along with recent news stories, links to support organizations and a patient referral service. A "Just For Kids" section is also posted, written for youngsters to navigate and understand.
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN)
Includes information on food allergens, reactions, cleaning methods, lunch box suggestions, recipes, and more.
Medline Plus: Allergy
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, multimedia, patient resources, treatment options and much more.


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Alzheimers
Alzheimer's Association
This national support organization has organized its website by audience: information for alzheimer's patients, caregivers, health professionals, researchers as well as general introductory information on understanding this disease.
Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral Center
A searchable site for publications, research and guidance on Alzheimer's Disease. Toll-free hotline or e-mail for direct questions.
The Alzheimer's Page
From the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at Washington University in St.Louis, Missouri, this page is designed for families struggling with this disease. Extensive caregiver's section as well as research, and a fully indexed archive of the center's listserv discussions since 1994.
Mayo Clinic: Alzheimer's Disease
Definitions, symptoms, causes, risk factors, tests and diagnosis, and more. Also includes an online slide show ("How Your Brain Works") and an Alzheimer's Blog.
Medline Plus: Alzheimer's Disease
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, patient resources, treatment options and much more.


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Arthritis
The Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation is a national health agency that is involved in researching the causes,cures, preventions, and treatments for more than 100 types of arthritis. The website includes tips for living with arthritis, information on juvenile arthritis, and a section on easy-to-use products.
Medline Plus: Arthritis
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, patient resources, treatment options and much more.


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Asthma
MedlinePlus: Asthma
Definition, overview, treatment information, news, and more. From the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS).
Asthma and Indoor Air Quality
See links at left of this website for sections including: Frequently Asked Questions, Videos, Publications (e.g. Asthma Home Environment Checklist), and more. From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI)
Information in English and Spanish. Click "Diseases 100" link on their page for specific sections on Childhood Asthma and Adult Asthma.
American Lung Association
Information, news, and research on asthma and related issues and health/environmental considerations.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Asthma
Includes: Basics, Triggers, News, Statistics, Interventions, Publications, and Information for Health Professionals, Kids, and Parents.


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Autism
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
The Autism Information Center provides basic information on symptoms, causes and treatment. It is a good source for finding statistical information on autism in the U.S. and the information is available in Spanish and other languages.
Medline Plus: Autism
This website serves as a gateway to information from government and other health organizations. It includes a news and also a research section, and it includes sections written in Spanish, Russian and Somali.
Organization for Autism Research
Founded by parents and grandparents of autistic children, this site links to an online book, Life Journey Through Autism: A Parent's Guide to Research, and it includes current research and basic information for family, educators and professionals.


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Breast Cancer
Breastcancer.org
Information on all aspects of breast cancer. Includes opportunities to share with others with breast cancer.
Mayo Clinic: Breast Cancer Center
Nice overview of breast cancer including information on prevention, screening, and treatment.
Medline Plus: Breast Cancer
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Information for patients, survivors and co-survivors.
Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization
24-hour hotline, guides to local support groups. Includes section, "My First Steps."

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Cancer
American Cancer Society
Comprehensive site on all aspects of cancer awareness, treatment, researchand up-to-date news.
Medline Plus: Cancer
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
National Cancer Institute
Good site for news, advice, contacts and a "Science Behind The News" section explaining research in layman's terms.
National Comprehensive Cancer Network
Alliance of leading cancer centers offers news, research, patient guidelines, publications.


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Cardiovascular & Heart Disease
American Heart Association
An A-Z guide to heart disease and stroke; includes a self-test to check risk factors for coronary disease.
Heart Center Online
A patient-centered site with guides for various cardio-vascular conditions. Includes news, illustrated descriptions of conditions, procedures and tests a doctor may perform, how to prepare for visits to specialists and questions to ask, etc. Also includes a Q&A section "Ask a Cordiologist"
Medline Plus: Coronary Artery Disease
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
Medline Plus: Heart Diseases
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more. Other relevant topics from Medline Plus include Congenital Heart Defects, Heart Attack, Heart Disease in Women, Heart Valve Diseases, Heart Failure, Heart Surgery, and Heart Transplantation.
Medline Plus: Heart Diseases - Prevention
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
Medline Plus: Vascular Diseases
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.


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Diabetes
American Diabetes Association
Good site for the latest diabetes news & research summaries. It includes message boards, Enewsletters, nutrition & recipes, and information in Spanish.
The Eagle's Nest
A place where kids can learn more about healthy living and diabetes.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
This site includes information from medical experts, a kids online section featuring pen pals, stories, etc., research news, and clinical trials.
Link for Life
Link for Life, starring Type 2 Lou, is an interactive program on diabetes and cardiovascular disease. It is very informative, including information on diabetes complications, medications, tests, good foods to eat, and it even includes a quiz at the end.
Medline Plus: Diabetes
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
A complete guide to diabetes care; it includes an introduction, treatments, complications, clinical trials, and information in Spanish.


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Eating Disorders
MedlinePlus: Eating Disorders
Overview, issues, news, and related articles.
National Eating Disorders Association
See their Information and Resources section for Eating Disorders Survival Guide and more.
National Institutes of Health (NIH): Eating Disorders

See also Nutrition


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Infectious Diseases
Medline Plus: Infectious Diseases
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
Mayo Clinic: MRSA
Informative article which includes signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, treatment and prevention.
Medline Plus: MRSA
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.


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Influenza (Flu) - Seasonal and Pandemic
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Seasonal Influenza / Flu
Includes: basics of flu, news, symptoms, information on vaccines and antiviral drugs, sections for health professionals and specific groups and parents.
Google Flu Trends
"Google Flu Trends uses aggregated Google search data to estimate flu activity in your state up to two weeks faster than traditional flu surveillance systems."
H1N1 and Influenza (Flu)
"Due to Pandemic H1N1 Influenza (formerly known as Swine Flu) and concerns about the 2009/2010 flu season, the EBSCO Publishing Medical and Nursing editors of DynaMed, Nursing Reference Center (NRC) and Patient Education Reference Center (PERC) have made key influenza information from these resources freely available to health care providers worldwide. The information is designed to inform patients and their families and provide information to clinicians to help them with H1N1 diagnosis and H1N1 treatment by making up-to-date diagnosis and treatment information available. The resources being made available will also provide up-to-date information about the H1N1 vaccine. The editorial teams will monitor the research and update these resources continuously throughout the flu season."
Medline: Influenza / Flu
Includes: Overviews, Latest News, Diagnosis/Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention/Screening.
Mayo Clinic: Influenza / Flu
Includes: Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Risk factors, Complications, Treatments and drugs, Lifestyle and home remedies, Prevention.
Pandemic Issues: H1N1 / Swine Flu / Avian Influenza
News and information on AIDS/HIV, H1N1 / swine flu, avian influenza (bird flu) and other potential pandemic / epidemic awareness topics. From Middletown Thrall Library's Special Coverage Center.


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Leukemia
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
"The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education and patient services." Includes news and information for consumers and health professionals.
Mayo Clinic: Leukemia
Definitions, symptoms, causes, risk factors, tests and diagnosis, and more.
MedlinePlus:
Leukemia, Adult Acute (AML, ANLL)
Leukemia, Adult Chronic (CLL, CML)
Leukemia, Childhood
National Cancer Institute: Leukemia
News, information, research, and articles on adult and childhood leukemia.
New York State Department of Health: Leukemia
Sections include: What should people know about leukemia?, Who gets leukemia?, What causes leukemia?, What can I do to reduce my chances of getting leukemia?


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Lung Cancer
American Lung Association: Lung Cancer
Definition and statistics / statistical analysis of persons with lung cancer.
Cancer.gov: Lung Cancer
Sections include: Definition, Treatment, Prevention / Genetics / Causes, Screening and Testing, Clinical Trials, Research and Related Information, Statistics.
Mayo Clinic: Lung Cancer
Sections include: Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Risk factors, Tests and diagnosis, Complications, Treatments and drugs, Prevention, Coping and support, Alternative medicine.
Medline Plus: Lung Cancer
Sections include: Basics (Overviews, Latest News, Diagnosis/Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention/Screening), Disease Management, Specific Conditions and Related Issues, Tutorials, Videos, Research, Genetics, Dictionaries/Glossaries, Directories, Organizations, Statistics, and information for children and women. See also this page in the Medline Plus Encyclopedia


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Lyme Disease
American Lyme Disease Foundation
This website is dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections. The information is written in English and in Spanish.
Medline Plus: Lyme Disease
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, videos, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
Time for Lyme, Inc.
A non-profit organization, is a research, education and advocacy network. In collaboration with the Columbia University Medical Center, it opened the First Endowed Lyme Disease Reseach Center in the World.


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Multiple Sclerosis
Life with MS
Online Community from the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation.
Medline Plus: Multiple Sclerosis
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, multimedia, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Includes information on MS treatments, research and local chapters.


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Obesity - Adult, Childhood, Teen Obesity, Overweight Issues
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Overweight and Obesity Issues
Sections include: Introduction, Defining Overweight and Obesity, Obesity Trends, Contributing Factors, Health Consequences, Economic Consequences, Childhood Overweight and Obesity, Defining Childhood Overweight and Obesity, Obesity Prevalence, Contributing Factors, Consequences, References, State-Based Programs, About Us, Social-Ecological Model, Funded States, Program Guidance for States, State Stories, Tools and Resources, Recommendations, Resources.
Mayo Clinic: Obesity
Sections include: Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Risk factors, Complications, Preparing for your appointment, Tests and diagnosis, Treatments and drugs, Lifestyle and home remedies, Alternative medicine, Coping and support, Prevention.
Mayo Clinic: Childhood Obsesity
Sections include: Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Risk factors, Complications, Preparing for your appointment, Tests and diagnosis, Treatments and drugs, Lifestyle and home remedies, Alternative medicine, Coping and support, Prevention.
Medline Plus: Obesity
Sections include: Latest News, Diagnosis/Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention/Screening, Related Issues, Health Check Tools, Videos, Research Reference Shelf For You, Clinical Trials, Genetics, Research, Journal Articles, Dictionaries/Glossaries, Directories, Organizations, Newsletters/Print Publications, Statistics, For Children / Men / Women.
Medline Plus: Obesity in Children
Sections include: Basics (Overviews, Latest News, Treatment, Prevention/Screening), Nutrition, Specific Conditions and Related Issues, Health Check Tools, Research (Clinical Trials, Research, Journal Articles), Reference Shelf (Dictionaries/Glossaries, Directories, Organizations, Statistics), Information for Teenagers.
MedlinePlus: Weight Control
See also their article on Weight Loss Surgery


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Parkinson's Disease
Mayo Clinic: Parkinson's Disease
Sections include: Definition, Symptoms, Risk Factors, Tests and Diagnosis, Complications, Treatments, and more.
MedlinePlus: Parkinson's Disease
Basics, overview, news, articles, issues, and research.
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
News, articles on current and future research initiatives, a guide (Living with Parkinson's).
National Parkinson Foundation
News, research, and information about the disease. Includes a Glossary of related terms.
NINDS Parkinson's Disease Information Page
Sections include: What is Parkinson's Disease?, Is there any treatment?, What is the prognosis?, What research is being done?, Clinical Trials, Organizations, Related Publications / Publicaciones en Espanol. From the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).


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Pregnancy
Breastfeeding
Sections include: What are the benefits of breastfeeding?, What if I have trouble breastfeeding?, Are there cases in which it is better not to breastfeed?. Provided by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, U.S. National Institutes of Health.
CDC Health Topic: Pregnancy
Sections include: Ectopic Pregnancy, Genetic Testing, Maternal and Infant Health, Parvovirus B19 Infection and Pregnancy, Pregnancy Nutrition Surveillance System, Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System, Pregnancy Tips A-Z, Smoking and Pregnancy, STDs and Pregnancy, Teens/Adolescents and Pregnancy, Unintended Pregnancy, Vaccinations and Pregnancy, Violence and Pregnancy. From the Safer, Healthier People Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Depression During and After Pregnancy
Provided by the Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Healthy Pregnancy
Sections include: Trying to Get Pregnant?, Pregnancy, Environment, Getting Ready for Baby, Childbirth and Beyond, Mom-to-be Tools, Adoption and Foster Care, Recursos en espanol. From the Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
MedlinePlus: Breastfeeding / Lactation / Nursing
Definition, research, nutritional information, related resources.
MedlinePlus: Pregnancy Information
This MedlinePlus site contains current health information on all aspects of pregnancy. It includes health-check tools, financial issues, journal articles, atlases of the body, medical terms to know, law and policy, physician directories and includes links to other organizations such as the American Pregnancy Association. Some information is available in Spanish.

See also these related MedlinePlus pages for more information:
Childbirth
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)
Genetics and Birth Defects
High Risk Pregnancy
Infant and Newborn / Baby Care
Infections and Pregnancy
Postpartum Care
Postpartum Depression
Preconception Care
Pregnancy and Substance Abuse
Pregnancy Loss (Miscarriages, Spontaneous Abortions, Stillbirths)
Premature Babies
Prenatal Testing
Twins, Triplets, Multiple Births
MyPyramid.gov: MyPyramid for Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
"When you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have special nutritional needs. This section of MyPyramid.gov is designed just for you. It has advice you need to help you and your baby stay healthy." Provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Pregnancy - Information from the FDA Office of Women's Health (OWH)
Information about Pregnancy and Drugs, Food, Safety, Nutrition, Screening, Reproductive Science.
What is Pregnancy?
Introductory information. Sections include: What are the signs of pregnancy?, How do I know if I'm pregnant?, What is prenatal care and why is it important?, What is a high-risk pregnancy?, Where can I get more information about pregnancy? Provided by Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, U.S. National Institutes of Health.


Women's Health


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Health & Wellness
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Health & Wellness News Sources & Headlines
Healthfinder.gov
Government index to health resources. Site description: "Healthfinder can lead you to selected online publications, clearinghouses, databases, web sites, and support and self-help groups, as well as the government agencies and not-for-profit organizations that produce reliable information for the public." Includes information on Medicaid, Medicare publications, fraud and abuse, managed care and contact information.
Medline Plus
A user friendly version of the National Library of Medicine's Medline with a "carefully selected list of resources."


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Fitness
American Council on Excercise
Over 100 "Fit Facts," one to two page information sheets are available on various health and fitness topics.
The Fitness Jumpsite
Searchable, annotated directory of hundreds of fitness, health and nutrition websites. Links to many full-text articles.
Healthfinder.gov - Quick Guide to Healthy Living: Get Active
Basics and benefits of physical fitness. From the U.S. National Health Information Center (NHIC).
Medline Plus: Exercise and Physical Fitness
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, multimedia, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
MedlinePlus: Sports Fitness
Basics, overview, news, issues, article, and more.
Physical Activity Topics
Sections include: Physical Activity for Everyone, Growing Stronger - Strength Training for Older Adults, Physical Activity for a Healthy Weight, For Health Professionals. Provided by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The President's Challenge
"The President's Challenge is a program that encourages all Americans to make being active part of their everyday lives. No matter what your activity and fitness level, the President's Challenge can help motivate you to improve."
SmallStep.gov: Get Active
Tips on setting fitness goals and making healthier choices. From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).


See also Nutrition


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Mental Health
Dr. Bob's Mental Health Links
A site which lists an exhaustive directory of mental health and behavioral science links. Has a translating feature for searching in 5 different languages.
Encyclopedia of Psychology
A nicely organized gateway site maintained by Jacksonville State University. Biologicial and Environmental Behavior Factors, Theories, History, Resources, Organizations, Publications and Career information.
Medline Plus: Mental Health and Behavior Topics
Directory of mental health topics in Medline Plus. Each topic includes links to breaking news, patient resources, treatment options and much more.
Mental Health America
Includes info in three sections: by audience, by issue, and by disorders and treatments. FAQs are part of the website, as well as a Help section.
National Institute of Mental Health
Provides information on specific mental disorders, diagnosis and treatment. Reports on news and current events and research activities including grant programs.
Psych Central
Moderated by a professional psychologist, this is a directory of mailing lists, newsgroups and chats in areas of mental health. Also charts symptoms and treatments of specific mental disorders and offers self-quizzes on mental health. The author, Dr. John Grohol, published the popular book Insider's Guide to Mental Health Resources in the Thrall Library reference area: Ref 025.0692 Gro
Psychology Self-Help Resources
Georgia Southern University has long maintained this popular online guide to mental health. Extensive links for various mental conditions arranged alphabetically.


See also:


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Nutrition
American Dietetic Association
The ADA is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. This site contains Nutrition Resources for consumers, Nutrition Fact Sheets, highlights from the Journal, as well as ADA Position Papers, a Find A Dietician service to locate a registered dietician in your area, and links to related sites.
Dietary Guidelines
Jointly developed by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture and U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services in 2000.
Food and Nutrition Information Center
FNIC's mission, since 1971, has been to collect and disseminate information about food and human nutrition.
Friedman Nutrition Notes
A bi-monthly news service from Tufts University, one of the leaders in nutrition research.
Martindale's Virtual Nutrition Center
Surprising variety of nutritional information including scientific data on food groups, food allergies, food law. labelling and safety, preservation and additives and nutritional recipes from around the world. Also has interesting calculators for body mass, longevity, basal metabolism, calories and fats.
Medline Plus: Nutrition
Directory of excellent links from the National Institute of Health. Includes links to breaking news, research, videos, tracking tools and much more.

See also these related MedlinePlus pages:
Diets
Food and Nutrition
Nutrition for Seniors
Vegetarians and Diets
MyPyramid.gov
"MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans, interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, and advice to help you: make smart choices from every food group, find your balance between food and physical activity, get the most nutrition out of your calories, stay within your daily calorie needs." Provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Tufts Health and Nutrition Letter
From one of the leading universities doing nutrition research, this publication written for the layman shares a two-year archive of its research articles indexed by topic.
Weight Control
The National Institutes of Health outlines and reports on various topics on diet and weight control and links to government research and statistics.


See also Fitness


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Children's and Teen's Health
Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
"Provides in-depth coverage of pediatric diseases and disorders, with issues related to physical and cognitive and behavioral development. Covers every major body system, arranged into five main entry types: Diseases & Disorders; Development; Immunizations; Drugs; Procedures. There is a distinct emphasis on health issues affecting children under the age of four. Written in nontechnical language for parents and allied health students."
Center for Young Women's Health
"The Center for Young Women's Health (CYWH) is a collaboration between the Division of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine and the Division of Gynecology at Children's Hospital Boston. The Center is an educational entity that exists to provide teen girls and young women with carefully researched health information."
GirlsHealth.gov
"This site was created to help girls (ages 10-16) learn about health, growing up, and issues they may face. It focuses on health topics that girls are concerned about and helps motivate them to choose healthy behaviors by using positive, supportive, and non-threatening messages. The site gives girls reliable, useful information on the health issues they will face as they become young women and tips on handling relationships with family and friends, at school and at home." From the Department of Health and Human Services Office for Women's Health
KidsHealth
"The award-winning KidsHealth comes from Nemours, one of the largest nonprofit organizations devoted to children's health." Excellent website with individual sections for parents, children and teens.
MedlinePlus: Child & Teen Topics (select topics below)
Articles, directory of links to authoritative information, and more from the National Institutes of Health.
Child Development
Covers all aspects of child development from ages six to twelve.
Infant and Newborn Care
Covers all aspects of infant care.
Infant and Toddler Health
Growth and development, immunizations, and specific conditions.
Teen Health
Covers many health issues important to adolescents like body image, driving safety, substance abuse, and proper nutrition.
Toilet Training
Toilet training, bed wetting, and related issues.


See also these related topics in MedlinePlus:

Infants and children's topics:

Teens / young adult issues:


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Men's Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Men's Health
Statistics and information concerning men's heath.
Mayo Clinic: Men's Health
Information on staying healthy including resources on men's sexual health.
MedlinePlus: Men
Health topics from MedlinePlus of interest to men.
MedlinePlus: Men's Health
Directory of links from the National Institute of Health concerning men's health. Includes links to news and information on specific conditions.
Men: Stay Healthy at Any Age - Your Checklist for Health
From the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).
National Institutes of Health: Men's Health Topics and Issues
Publications, resources, and contact information provided by various NIH agencies.
Understanding Prostate Changes: A Health Guide for Men
From the National Institute of Cancer, this booklet helps to explain prostate changes that occur with age.


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Seniors' Health & Aging
AARP: Health
Health news and information from AARP.
Healthy Aging for Older Adults
News, articles, tips, and more from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Medline Plus: Seniors' Health
An authoritative directory of information from the National Institutes of Health.
NIH: Senior Health
Health and wellness information for older adults.
Medicare
"The Official U.S. Government Site for People with Medicare"
National Institute on Aging
Sections include: News, Publications, Clinical Trials, Alzheimer's Disease Information, Health and Aging Organizations, Caregiving, Healthy Aging, and Research. Some information is also available in Spanish.


See also: Alzheimers, Nutrition


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Women's Heath
healthywomen.org: National Women's Health Resource Center
The National Women's Health Resource Center has developed informative content on many health topics of interest to women.
Medline Plus: Women
Health topics included in Medline Plus of importance to women including fertility, infertility and other aspects of reproductive health.
Medline Plus: Women's Health
Excellent set of links from the National Institutes of Health.
OBGYN.net: The Universe of Women's Health
Includes links to information on reproductive health and obstetrical and gynecological conditions and procedures.
Womenshealth.gov
The federal government's source on women's health. Includes statistics and health tools like BMI calculators, how to guides and screening and information on diagnostic tests.


See also: Breast Cancer and Pregnancy



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Medical Tests
Guide to Diagnostic Tests
"What do you have to do to prepare for a MRI? Will having a liver biopsy be painful? Will I need to do anything special afterward? How soon will it be safe to go home after a cardiac catheterization and what are the risks? How soon will the results of that antibody test be back? " Answers from Harvard Medical School
Lab Tests Online
A thorough online reference guide to tests prescribed by doctors for health assessment.
Medline Plus: Diagnostic Tests
Directory of tests covered in Medlines Health Topics. Each entry includes links to authoritative information.
Medline Plus: Laboratory Tests
Laboratory tests check a sample of your blood, urine or body tissues. This directory from the National Institute of Health contains links to information on laboratory tests.


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News & Journals


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Health & Wellness News Sources & Headlines
1st Health News
Health News Headlines from various health news
Centers for Disease Control "Newsroom"
From the U.S. government health agency frequent postings of medical news. Includes a weekly influenza report.
CNN (Cable News Network) Health
Daily news summaries with links to full story text. Useful features for conditions, home treatments and a question and answer forum are found by scrolling down the right sidebar to the "Research" section.
Current Interests: Health, Safety, and Fitness News Sites
Directory provided by Middletown Thrall Library.
Health, Food, & Nutrition Blog
Information, news, advisories, and other information on the web and in the library. Provided by Middletown Thrall Library.
Healthfinder.gov: Health / Medical News and Weekly Newsletters
Newsletter topics include: Allergy and Asthma, Cancer, Diabetes, Diet and Fitness, General, Heart Disease, Kids, Men, Pain and Arthritis, Family Health and Relationships, Seniors, Women.
MedlinePlus: News by Health Topic
The New York Times: Health, Fitness, and Wellness News
Reuters Health
Daily news feed of 25-30 stories in each of three categories for consumers, for health professionals and for the health industry. All articles are given with original sources noted.
Tips for Understanding Popular Medical Information
From the Connecticut Consumer Health Information Network. Sections include: Consumer's Guide to Taking Charge of Medical Information, Deciphering Medspeak, HealthNewsReviews, Interpreting News on Diet and Nutrition, Understanding Risk: What Do Those Headlines Really Mean.
World Health News
From the Harvard School of Public Health this online newsletter is updated weekly on Wednesdays. 50-60 articles per issue on wide variety of health topics.



Journals
Alternative Health Medical Journals and Related Publications
Directory of online complementary/alternative medicine provided by the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges.
JAMA - The Journal of the American Medical Association
Official JAMA home page. Full text articles archived, back issues (to 1998), health alerts via e-mail. Full text of articles are not available for the fist six months after publication in the print version. Middletown Thrall Library does subscribe to the print version of JAMA.
New England Journal of Medicine On-line
"A weekly journal reporting the results of important medical research worldwide." Offers searchable back-issues, updates via e-mail, classified ads and more.
PubMed
A layperson's interface to the massive Medline database of peer-reviewed medical literature
NLM Gateway
From the National Library of Medicine. Search multiple resources, including MEDLINE/PubMed, the NLM Catalog, Bookshelf ("full text biomedical books"), TOXLINE Subset (toxicology citations), DART (Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology), Meeting abstracts on HIV/AIDS, health services research, space life sciences, MedlinePlus, ClinicalTrials.gov, DIRLINE Directory of Health Organizations, Genetics Home Reference, Household Products Database, HSRProj (health services research projects), OMIM (Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man), HSDB (Hazardous Substances Data Bank), IRIS (Integrated Risk Information System), ITER (International Toxicity Estimates for Risk), GENE-TOX (Genetic Toxicology [Mutagenicity]), CCRIS (Chemical Carcinogenesis Research Information System), Profiles in Science, and the UMLS Metathesaurus of biomedical and health related concepts.


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Pharmaceuticals
Drug Interaction Database
Note their notice: "DISCLAIMER: This tool doesn't include every possible interaction or account for individual responses to medicines. For example, very few studies examine how herbs, vitamins, and other supplements interact with medicines or each other. In addition, this tool does not list the increased effect you may experience when combining medicines with similar side effects. Different individuals may respond to medication in different ways. The absence of a warning for a given drug or drug combination in no way should be construed to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for any given patient. We recommend that you always discuss this information with your doctor or pharmacist."
DrugDigest
"DrugDigest is a noncommercial, evidence-based, consumer health and drug information site dedicated to empowering consumers to make informed choices about drugs and treatment options." Allows users to check two or more drugs for potential interactions. "*Note: Not all drug interactions are known or reported in the literature, and new drug interactions are continually being reported. This information is provided only for your education and for you to discuss with your personal healthcare provider."
Drugs Database - prescription and non-prescription
A web site for drug information arranged alphabetically or by drug category. Also searchable by brand and by medical condition. Includes pill identification feature for finding a drug by its appearance.
FDA: Drug Information Pathfinder
A guide for finding information on drugs / medicine / medication at the FDA website.
Medline Plus Drug Information
From the National Library of Medicine this is an extensive database of over 9,000 prescription medications.
NYS Attorney General's Prescription Price Guide
The Attorney General, who oversees fair business practice, has created a website of consumer tips for selecting a source for prescription drugs. By entering a drug name and a location in New York, you can compare recent prices for that prescription.
University of Miami's Pharmacology and Toxicology Page
Very extensive list of links to internet sites for drug information for every level of researcher from student and general consumer to professional health care practitioner or scientist.
FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research
Reports on all the prescription and over-the-counter medications regulated by this government agency.
Herbs and Supplements
The National Library of Medicine links to this site of descriptions of herbal and natural remedies and supplements. This website is published by Natural Standard, an international research consortium.


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Research
Agency for Health Care Research and Quality
This site is posted by a division of the federal Dept. of Health & Human Services. User may search or browse by topics or review recent health care news for consumers or for clinical practitioners. Includes an archive of past research articles. Shares findings of recent surveys. Offers a Spanish language translation.
American Council on Science and Health
Founded by physicians and scientists in 1978, this consumer education consortium reviews and often challenges published articles on medical topics like disease, nutrition and environment.
Clinical Trials
Sponsored by the federal National Institutes of Health, this site's mission is to provide patients, families and the general public information about clinical research studies. Its search function can be focused by disease, treatment, location or sponsor or can be browsed alphabetically by condition or disease.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Human Health Research Program
"The Human Health Research Program at EPA is an integrated, multidisciplinary research program that provides the science needed to improve the ability to assess risks to human health from environmental pollutants."
Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Science and Research Activities
MedlinePlus: Clinical Trials
Basics, overview, news, research, related resources.
MedlinePlus: Understanding Medical Research
Concise critical thinking tips and questions to consider when evaluating news reports and health studies. Scroll down their page for additional information and links tor related resources.
National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
News, studies, and related biotech information. Provided by the U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health.
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM): Research
"NCCAM conducts research on a wide variety of CAM approaches. Learn more about the results of our research."
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development: Clinical Research and Clinical Trials
News, publications. See also their general Research Page.
NLM Gateway
"Gateway is 'One-stop shopping' for an increasing number of the information resources of the National Library of Medicine (NLM). It's targeted to the Internet user who comes to NLM not knowing exactly what is here, or how best to search for it. Offers citations, full text, video, audio, and images." Gateway now Accesses: MEDLINE/PubMed NLM Catalog (catalog information for books, serial titles, audiovisuals), Bookshelf (full text biomedical books), TOXLINE Subset (toxicology citations), DART (Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology), Meeting abstracts on HIV/AIDS, health services research, space life sciences, MedlinePlus (consumer health information), ClinicalTrials.gov (information for the public about clinical trials), DIRLINE (Directory of Health Organizations), Genetics Home Reference (consumer information for genetic conditions), Household Products Database (HSRProj - health services research projects), Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM), Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB), Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS), International Toxicity Estimates for Risk (ITER), Genetic Toxicology (GENE-TOX), Mutagenicity, Chemical Carcinogenesis Research Information System (CCRIS), Profiles in Science (archives of several prominent biomedical scientists), and the UMLS Metathesaurus.
PubMed
Provides free search service with access to over 10 million citations in MEDLINE & PreMEDLINE with links to participating online journals.
Understanding Risk: What Do Those Headlines Really Mean?
Advisory concerning health / medical findings and research studies reported by the media. National Institute on Aging Information Center, U.S. National Institutes of Health.
A User's Guide to Finding and Evaluating Health Information on the Web
Provided by the Medical Library Association (MLA).


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Terminology
Diagnosis Dictionary
Mental health and popular psychological terms, definitions of personality disorders and diseases. Browse alphabetically, by disorder, or by topic. From Psychology Today.
KidsHealth: A Glossary of Medical Words
"Symptoms, inhaler, tonsillectomy - what do all those medical words mean? Check out our virtual glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions."
Medical Encyclopedia from Medline
Searchable online medical encyclopedia. Search box appears in top left corner.
Merck Manual Home Edition
Popular medical reference handbook.
Mental Health Dictionary
Provided by the U.S. National Mental Health Information Center of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Merriam Webster Medical Dictionary
Choose between simple and advanced search features.
Understanding Medical Words: A Tutorial from the National Library of Medicine
"This tutorial teaches you about medical words. You'll learn about how to put together parts of medical words. You'll also find quizzes to see what you've learned." Adobe Flash required.


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Bioethics - Medical Ethics and Issues
The American Journal of Bioethics
"The mission of The American Journal of Bioethics and bioethics.net is to provide the clinical, legal, academic, scientific, religious and broad community-at-large with a rapid but comprehensive debate of issues in bioethics."
Bioethics Information Resources
From the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). Topics include: Advance Directives, Birth Control, Birth Defects, Clinical Trials, Cloning, Depression, End of Life Issues, Genes and Gene Therapy, Genetic Counseling, Genetic Testing, Health Fraud, Hospice Care, Infertility, Nutritional Support, Organ Donation, Organ Transplantation, Patient Rights, Patient Safety, Personal Medical Records, Prenatal Testing, Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia, Suicide, Stem Cells.
Genome.gov: Online Bioethics Resources
Genomics, gene testing, and related issues.
Middletown Thrall Library / RCLS Library Catalog: Materials about Bioethics
Books, videos, and other materials within the library system.
National Institutes of Health (NIH): Bioethics Resources on the Web
"The listed resources provide background information and various positions on issues in bioethics."


Consumer Health
Consumer Information: Health
Directory from Middletown Thrall Library.


Dentistry
Adult & Pediatric Dentistry
Government site for definitions and background on dental problems and procedures.
Oral Health Resources
From the Academy of General Dentistry an A-Z index of articles on conditions and dental health advice.
Simple Steps to Better Dental Health
From Columbia University, this site details many dental conditions and treatments. Alphabetical listing or searchable by keyword.


Disabilities
ADA Home Page: Information and Technical Assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act
Includes policies and related enforcement information, laws, specialized consumer topics (Guide to Disability Rights Laws, ADA Questions and Answers, ADA Designated Investigative Agencies, ADA Mediation Program), and more. Provided by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
ADA Technical Assistance Program
Government agency that provides free information on the Americans With Disabilities Act requirements and compliance requirements
The Boulevard
Resource directory of disability products and services for the disabled, elderly, caregiver and healthcare professional.
Developmental Disabilities
Covers topics such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Hearing Loss, Intellectual Disability, Vision Impairment. Additiona sections include: Monitoring Developmental Disabilities, Research about Developmental Disabilities, Prevention of Developmental Disabilities, Educational Materials, Developmental Disability Data Sets. Provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Disability and Health in New York State
Sections include: Information on Disability Benefits, On the Job Injuries, Disability Data and Statistics, Fit for Life, A Parent's Guide for Children with Special Needs, Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs, Care at Home: A Handbook for Parents. Provided by the New York State Department of Health.
Disability FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions about Laws, Guidelines, and Services
"The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services supports a variety of service and advocacy programs for persons with disabilities as a part of a government-wide approach."
DisabilityInfo.gov
"DisabilityInfo.gov is a comprehensive online resource designed to provide people with disabilities with quick and easy access to the information they need. DisabilityInfo.gov is managed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), in partnership with 21 other federal agencies."
MedlinePlus: Disabilities
Sections include: Overviews, News, Diagnosis/Symptoms, Nutrition, Related Issues, Research, Financial Issues, Clinical Trials, Journal Articles, Dictionaries/Glossaries, Directories, Organizations, Law and Policy, Statistics, and more. Provided by the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
National Rehabilitation Information Center
Good gateway to data and research on a list of 97 disability categories
New York Online Access to Health (NOAH): Disabilities
Sections include: The Basics, Living with Disabilities (Assistive Technologies, at Home / School / Work, Complications and Related Concerns, Financial and Insurance Issues, and more), Local Information (New York), Organizations, Research / Advocacy, and Statistics. Also offers information on specific disability topics such as Cerebral Palsy, Hearing Impairments and Deafness, Special Needs in Children, and Visual Impairments.

See also the Disabilities category in our New York State guide as well as the Disabilities category in our Ready Reference guide.


Environmental Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Environmental Health
Sections include: Health and Your Environment (Air Quality, Asbestos, Asthma, Biomonitoring, Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, Climate Change, Cruise Ship Health, Extreme Weather Conditions, Health Studies, Healthy Places, Mold, Natural Disasters, Protect Yourself from the Sun, Radiation Studies, Rodent Control, Smoking and Tobacco Use, Water), Toxic Substances and Your Environment (Chemical Agent Briefing Sheets, Hazardous Waste Sites, Managing Hazardous Materials Incidents, Minimal Risk Levels, Public Health Assessments and Health Consultations, Toxic Substances FAQs, ToxGuides, Toxicological Profiles), Education and Training (Case Studies in Environmental Medicine, Environmental Public Health Leadership Institute, Recognition of Illness Associated with Chemical Exposure), Toxicology Curriculum, Publications, Campaigns and Programs, Data and Statistics.
MedlinePlus: Environmental Health
Basics, overview, news, articles, issues, and research.
MedlinePlus: Poisoning, Toxicology, Environmental Health
Basics, overview, news, articles, issues, and research.
National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH)
Environmental health topics and publications. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)
"The mission of the NIEHS is to reduce the burden of human illness and disability by understanding how the environment influences the development and progression of human disease." Includes a guide to environment health topics.
World Health Organization (WHO): Environmental Health
Studies, statistics, international information, and more.

See also the Health section of our Going Green: Sustainable Living guide.


First Aid
Mayo Clinic First Aid Guide
Over 50 categories of emergency situations/conditions. Dexcribes each life or health-threatening condition and what to do.
Medline Plus: CPR
Includes links to videos demonstrating cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
Directory of known hazardous chemicals with description of first aid protocols as well as prevention and protection advice for each.
Poison Control Centers
Nationwide listing, arranged geographically, of poison control centers and 24-hour help hotlines as well as general advice on poison control.


Health Law
Law by Topic: Health
Directory by Middletown Thrall Library.


Nursing
Discover Nursing
An introduction to the field of nursing. Sections include: Profiles in Nursing, Nursing Students, Nurses With Disabilities, Men in Nursing, Minorities in Nursing, Nursing: The Basics, Nursing as a Second Career, Nursing Organizations, Nursing Careers, Nursing School Accreditation, Job Opportunities, Ask A Nurse, Nursing Scholarship Search, Nursing Program Search, Preparing for Nursing School, Nursing Programs Without Waiting Lists, and Nursing Resources (a directory of nursing websites). Information provided by Johnson & Johnson.
Registered Nurses
Information about the nature of the job of nursing, as well as other considerations, such as training, qualifications, licensing and certification, and advancement. From the Occupational Outlook Handbook, which is published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).


Occupational Health
Injuries, Illnesses, and Fatalities
"The Injuries, Illnesses, and Fatalities (IIF) program provides data on illnesses and injuries on the job and data on worker fatalities." From the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHA)
"OSHA's role is to promote the safety and health of America's working men and women by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual process improvement in workplace safety and health."


Public Health
American Medical Association (AMA): Public Health
Sections include: Promoting Healthy Lifestyles, Eliminating Health Disparities, General Resources Health Care Professionals, Center for Public Health Preparedness and Disaster Response, Vaccination Resources.
American Public Health Association (APHA)
"The American Public Health Association is the oldest, largest and most diverse organization of public health professionals in the world and has been working to improve public health since 1872." Sections include: Careers, News, Public Health Links, Blogs and Podcasts.
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Health issues, outbreaks, pandemic issues, U.S. Government health and travel alerts and advisories, and more.
European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control
The European Union's public health awareness and investigation website.
GovSites: Health
Government agency websites concerning public health issues, programs, and news. Directory from Middletown Thrall Library.
Health Map: Global Disease Alert Map
"HealthMap brings together disparate data sources to achieve a unified and comprehensive view of the current global state of infectious diseases and their effect on human and animal health." Also available in Spanish, French, Russian, and Chinese.
New York State Department of Health
Public health issues and news of interest to New York residents. See also New York City's Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene website.
New York State Department of Health
Public health issues and news of interest to New York residents. See also New York City's Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene website.
New York State Government: Public Health Forum
Sections include: New York State Health Rules and Regulations, Health Employment Opportunities, Public Health Law in NYS, and Public Notices.
New York State Public Health Association (NYSPHA)
"(NYSPHA) is a statewide professional organization actively serving New Yorkers, our members, and the public health profession through our efforts and activities." Sections include: What is Public Health, Get Ready for Flu!, Training Net, Advocacy, Employment Opportunities.
Orange County, New York Department of Health
Public health issues and news of interest to Middletown, NY and other local area residents.
Pandemic Issues
News and information on AIDS/HIV, swine flu, avian influenza (bird flu) and other potential pandemic / epidemic awareness topics. From Middletown Thrall Library's Special Coverage Center.
World Health Organization
International public health issues and news.


Sports Medicine
Sports Fitness
Definition, overview, news, and more. From MedlinePlus.
Sports Injuries
Definition, overview, news, and more. From MedlinePlus.
Sports Medicine
Injuries, Training, Sport Smarts, 10 Tips for Safe Workouts, Ab and Core Exercises, The Most Common Sports Injuries, Sports Nutrition Basics, Body Composition, Body Fat. From About.com.
Sports Safety
Definition, overview, news, and more. From MedlinePlus.


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